US President-elect Donald Trump has announced plans to nominate Matt Gaetz, a Florida congressman known for stoking tensions within the House Republican conference, as attorney general. Gaetz, a Trump loyalist, attracted considerable attention after leading efforts to remove fellow Republican Kevin McCarthy as House speaker.

Here are five things about Matt Gaetz’s life, career and controversies.

1) Early life and academics

Born on May 7, 1982, in Hollywood, Florida, Matt Gaetz grew up in a politically active family. He graduated from Niceville High School in Florida in 2000 before attending Florida State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in 2003. Gaetz then received his law degree from William & Mary Law School in 2007.

2) Trump loyalist

Gaetz has made his loyalty to Donald Trump known. Earlier this year, he showed his support by traveling to New York during Trump’s secret trial. He was also present during Trump’s debate with US President Joe Biden, amplifying Trump’s policies and achievements. After Biden left the presidential race, Gaetz helped Trump prepare for his debate with Vice President Kamala Harris, focusing on tough questions regarding the Republican nominee’s criminal charges and policy positions.

3) Political rise

Gaetz began his political career in 2010, winning a seat in the Florida House of Representatives. He was re-elected in 2012 and 2014 without opposition. In 2016, he entered national politics by winning a seat in the United States House of Representatives for Florida’s 1st congressional district. Known for his combative style, Gaetz has often been accused of focusing on confronting his opponents rather than legislating. That approach led to some disruptive moments on Capitol Hill, including his entry into a secure hearing room where Democrats were holding a closed-door deposition.

4) Controversies

Gaetz’s career has not been without controversy. He was the subject of an investigation by the House Ethics Committee regarding sex trafficking of a minor. Gaetz has denied any role in the affair, alleging a political conspiracy by his rivals, particularly former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The investigation ended on November 13, when Gaetz resigned from Congress following Trump’s nomination to be attorney general in the next administration.

5) Family life

A member of the First Baptist Church of Fort Walton Beach, Florida, Gaetz is married to Ginger Gaetz. The couple have a son, Nestor, who Gaetz described as “the most rewarding thing I’ve done in my life.”